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Originally Posted by TexasRose
I did say that I was aware that AI is completely different from rush, and never said they were similar - I expect it to be thoroughly more difficult in fact. I don't see this situation as shopping as much as looking to find who I might be a good fit with - and obviously if I don't meet their eligibility requirements, then I'm not going to be a good fit.
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Originally Posted by TexasRose
My first issue is, I'm not sure who it is "okay" to contact. I don't know any greek women (and please, I beg you, before anyone gives me hate comments about how I shouldn't want to join a sorority if I don't know anyone in it, please consider that many people don't know any greeks when they are regular PNMs, so I don't feel like this is a crazy idea).
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I think this is why people have stated that collegiate sorority recruitment and AI are two completely different things. Because yes, you did compare them, but generally they work in two entirely different ways.
You asked if you should just "give up" because it's not the normal path. It's not that it isn't a normal path, it's the fact that it's not the proper procedure. From what I know about AI (some information also coming from members of other sororities that partake in it), it is a process that is initiated by collegiate and/or alumnae members of the sorority. It is considered an honor that you present to a person, often times without them expecting it. 99% of the time, I hear about non-member advisors, house moms, and mothers of members, who selflessly contribute large amounts of their time and/or money to the sorority, being asked to join through AI. For the most part, it is offered to people who think of the sorority and its members above all else... membership is just a bonus.
Just keep in mind that it generally isn't a simple process of introducing yourself to members, socializing with them, and having them extend you a bid. And yes, with at least some sororities, you do need some college credit under your belt before you're even considered for membership.
Not trying to be mean... just realistic.
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